Training and Development

Training

You said: Secondary DSL meetings are too short if visitors are invited along to share information. We did: In the summer term, we asked for feedback from schools regarding the future delivery of meetings. 92% of Secondary DSLs wanted to keep the structure the same. Going forward, we will add some time on to the meetings for […]

Upcoming Training and Events

Click on the images for further information on the training and events offered LBS Training Offer Free Training for school staff through the LBS training offer, delivered by the Educational Psychology Service. Click on the image for further information and book via this link ELSA – ‘Understanding My Diagnosis’ Workshop Monday 18th March 2024 13:30 […]

SACRE Support

Cognus is commissioned by the London Borough of Sutton to maintain a Standing Advisory Council for Religious Education (SACRE) on their behalf. Sutton’s SACRE provides advice to local authority school’s (not including Voluntary Aided or Voluntary Controlled Schools) on all aspects of its provision for Religious Education (RE), including: For SACRE’s annual reports and meeting […]

Early Career Teachers

Cognus works collaboratively with schools to support, guide, challenge and provide strategies to improve the quality of teaching for those new to the teaching profession in the local area. Previously termed Newly Qualified Teachers, the Early Teacher Framework was launched in September 2021. It is a statutory requirement that Early Career Teacher undertake a two […]

Continuing Professional Development (CPD)

At Cognus, we collaborate with Sutton teaching schools to deliver a comprehensive and appropriate suite of training that meets local need. We upskill local professionals ensuring that our Sutton providers have highly skilled, knowledgeable teams, aware of the latest national standards and best practice. Certifications for Professional Development (CPD) courses specialises in distance learning opportunities […]

Podcasts

Cognus’ Education Untapped podcast provides educationalists and parents/carers with monthly guidance and information to support young people’s learning and wellbeing. All episodes will draw upon current educational and clinical practice and will provide you with useful strategies to use in the classroom and at home.

Resources

We have a number of resources available to support the education of the children we work with across all ages. Sutton VS – The Power of Reading Anxiety Low Mood Regulation Signposting Understanding trauma for professionals

Training and resources

There are a number of training videos and learning resources that families, schools and professionals may wish to use to support the children we work with.

Trauma Champion surgeries

Each school and service in Sutton is invited to have a named Trauma Champion who can be the lead advocate for supporting all children who have experienced adverse childhood experiences (ACEs). We are running the following Trauma Surgery sessions where professionals discussed case studies and collaborate on support for the young person in education. You […]

Raising aspirations at home

In order to support our children towards high aspirations in their education and future careers, we have linked with InvestIn to provide videos to support future career success. Please click the links below to access the videos. The Power of Networks – How your child can build a powerful network for a successful career with […]